Statement on the Disclosure of Test Data (APA, 1996, current as of 7/2013)
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| Reference Title: | Statement on the Disclosure of Test Data (American Psychological Association, 1996, current as of 7/2013)* |
| Author: | American Psychological Association |
| Publication Type: | Statement Promulgated By A Professional Group |
| Publication Date: | 1996 |
| Course Level: | Advanced |
| Credits: | 1 |
| Price: | $10.00 |
| About This Course: | This is a statement promulgated by the American Psychological Association regarding the disclosure of test data. |
1. Overview of this CE program (top)
This home study course entails the independent study of the "Statement on the Disclosure of Test Data" (American Psychological Association, 1996), followed by the completion of a multiple-choice test on-line. Participants who receive a passing grade of 75% or higher on the test will receive 1 CE credit. Failing participants may retake the test as often as they wish at no additional charge, and receive CE credit when they do pass.
A copy of the reading for this course is available for free download at this website.
More detailed information on the content of this article is given in section 2h below.
APR Testing Services is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. APR Testing Services maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
2.a Educational Objectives (top)
Upon completion of this home study program, the participant will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge concerning the release of data, test security and protecting copyright interests when releasing data.
- Summarize Federal and State statutes and rules, institutional/organizational rules and requirements.
- Critically evaluate the role of psychologists in requesting and obtaining secure test data and test materials.
- Demonstrate knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to retention and maintenance of testing data.
2.b Target Audience (top)
2.c Schedule (top)
Access to program registration and post-test is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
2.d Cost and Refund/Cancellation Policy (top)
The fee for this home-study program is $10, which is $10 per CE credit. The fee is fully refundable for 60 days or until the post-test is taken, whichever comes first.
A copy of the reading for this course is available for free download at this website.
2.e Author Credentials (top)
From the reading:
This statement was approved by the APA Council of Representatives in February 1996 and intended to be consistent with relevant principles, standards, and guidelines previously endorsed by the APA Council.
2.f Number of CE Credits Offered (top)
Participants who complete this course by taking and passing the multiple-choice test will receive 1 CE credit.
2.g Location and Format (top)
This activity requires independent home-based study of the "Statement on the Disclosure of Test Data" (American Psychological Association, 1996). Following completion of the reading material, participants complete an Internet-based multiple-choice post-test on the reading content.
2.h Detailed Description of Program Material (top)
Publication citation:
Committee on Psychological Tests and Assessment, Science Directorate, American Psychological Association. (1996). Statement on the Disclosure of Test Data. Retrieved March 8, 2007, from http://www.apa.org/science/disclosu.html
From the reading:
The issue of disclosure of test data raises a number of concerns for psychologists who develop, validate, and use tests in a variety of settings. The statement that follows was formulated to help psychologists with these issues.